Definitions

1. conjunction

used to indicate a contrast or to introduce a clause that states a fact or a condition

“The new policy will be implemented, whereas the old one was considered ineffective.”

2. noun

a clause or phrase that states a fact or a condition

“The whereas clause in this law outlines the circumstances under which the policy change is made.”

3. preposition

used to indicate a place or direction

“The concert will be held in the park, whereas we originally planned to hold it in the city.”